Williams Lake Council Considers Repaving Contracts, Anti-Islamophobia Resolution
The City of Williams Lake is weighing two road repaving contracts and a resolution to combat Islamophobia, according to the agenda for the June 23 Regular Council meeting. Meanwhile, the Joint Committee on June 24 discussed plans for a new indoor sports facility, a mural project, and potential fee increases. No decisions have been published yet, as minutes for both meetings are pending.
Regular Council – June 23
Council’s agenda includes awarding two road repaving contracts to Keywest Asphalt Ltd.: $125,807.00 for Courthouse Square and $107,005.60 for Pioneer Drive. A resolution to address Islamophobia and hate speech through community engagement and public campaigns is also up for discussion.
Other items on the agenda:
- Renewal of the “Performances in the Park” agreement with an annual payment of $22,000.
- A grant application to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for $25,000 to purchase fans for the fire department.
- Acceptance of a $4,030.92 donation from the BC Northern Real Estate Board for fire training.
Council also plans to adopt the 2025 Annual Municipal Report.
Joint Committee – June 24
The Joint Committee reviewed several proposals and updates, including:
- An Arts Centre mural and public art proposal.
- An update from the 2026 Indoor Sport Facility Working Group.
- A proposed minimum 5% annual inflationary increase to fees and charges.
- Sponsorship coordination between the Williams Lake Stampeders and Mustangs.
- Renewal of the Joint Use Agreement process.
All items were discussed but no final votes were recorded in the published agenda.
Coming Up
No public meetings are currently scheduled for the next two weeks. Residents can watch for future agendas and minutes on the city’s website.